Colorado Springs is considered a semi-arid, high-mountain desert whose climate acts and reacts differently than even our regional neighbors, but you can halt all visions of cacti and rock. With a little time and planning, and a helping hand from our water efficiency experts, you can create or convert a landscape that adds appeal and value to your home.

Visit one of our Water-wise Gardens for ideas and information. Our garden at the Conservation & Environmental Center offers on-site expertise inside the center and is also home to our Water-wise Neighborhood, which showcases designs you can take home and implement yourself.

  1. Conservation & Environmental Center Water-wise Garden
    2855 Mesa Road
    Colorado Springs, CO 80904
  2. Cottonwood Creek Park Water-wise Garden
    3920 Dublin Blvd.,
    Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Resources are available inside garden lobbies, which are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. There’s no cost to visit and learn.